The Royal Wedding! Selena dating Jen’s ex! Kanye West says something stupid! Ever notice that the more heinous things get regarding the economy, wars, presidential scandals, etc., the more intensely the media ignores the real news to concentrate on either celebrity scandals or deviant crimes? Sometimes I wonder if there’s a grand conspiracy regarding celebrities as well. What if celebrities are nothing but programmed Manchurian candidates, Stepford performers, who are hypnotized and controlled by secret government handlers who then program them to do silly crap to distract the masses every... Read More

A new exhibit is coming to the Muscatine Art Center, and you won’t want to miss this one! Pulled, Pressed and Screened: Important American Prints is headed to the Muscatine Art Center (1314 Mulberry Ave Muscatine) from May 26 through Jul 22. From the 1930s to the 1980s the printed image in American art went through profound changes. Pulled, Pressed and Screened is an exhibition of 51 American prints by well-known artists such as Grant Wood, Thomas Hart Benton, Andy Warhol, Jasper Johns, Dorothy Dehner, Mauricio Lasansky, Romare Bearden, and Robert Motherwell. Especially significant to this exhibit... Read More

While summertime can be an exciting and joyous time for students, it can be a bit hard on the parents and guardians trying to keep them busy and out of trouble. Thanks to the United Way of Muscatine, they won’t have to worry about their meals! And now you can help, as well! The United Way of Muscatine’s Summer Food Service Program is designed to support families during the summer months when school is not in session. Throughout the summer, breakfast (at most locations), lunch and an afternoon snack will be offered at multiple sites throughout Muscatine. The sites participating in this amazing... Read More

Summertime isn’t only a time to attempt keeping kids busy, it’s also a time to keep those four-legged friends entertained. How about keeping them entertained while teaching them some new tricks? Bring your canine companions to Rockn Boot Ranch LLC (2505 Bayfield Road Muscatine) for some Dog Obedience Classes! Hosted by Muscatine County 4-H, the classes are every Wednesday from 6-7 p.m. from now and through July 11. Classes are held indoors, so no need to worry about weather! Before you can bring your dog to classes you must have proof that your dog has the following shots up to date by providing... Read More

If you’re anywhere near remotely offended by the implied asterisks in that headline, you should stay far away from “Deadpool 2,” a raunchy, hilarious and absolutely brilliant thrill-ride of a movie which rivals and in many ways surpasses the first film and likewise rivals and largely surpasses anything else in the Marvel film canon. “Deadpool 2” is riotously funny and stylish, action-packed and wonderfully executed. In fact, it’s so good that once it was over, I couldn’t wait to see it again. And I’m not just saying that because Ryan Reynolds sent me a check in the mail along with... Read More

Come celebrate the legacy of Dick and Mary Jo Stanley at Weed Park this weekend! Follow the Music: Preservation Hall Jazz Band will be happening at Week Park (1211 Park Avenue Muscatine) this Sunday May 20 from 4 – 6 p.m. Dick and Mary Jo Stanley, two of Muscatine’s most prominent and generous citizens, will be celebrated for their ‘service above self’ contributions to the city. Local organizers are hoping to showcase the wide-ranging impact of the Stanley’s. The effect of Dick passing in Nov 2017, followed by Mary Jo within a month, left the community to reflect on the lessons the couple... Read More

You’ve heard the expression, ask a stupid question, get a stupid answer. Well, ask several stupid questions, and get several stupider answers. Case in point: Q: Why do so many blues musicians, like Little Milton, etc., have the nickname “Little?” A: Because many blues musicians are descended from Oompa-Loompas. Blues music actually began with Oompa chocolate workers singing improvised spirituals bemoaning the harsh, sweatshop-like conditions in Willy Wonka’s factory, or as many of the Loopa bluesmen tagged it, “Stickyfingers Hell.” Some of the early pioneers of the artform, Little Willy... Read More

What goes better together than beer and yoga? Nothing! Head to Contrary Brewing (411 W Mississippi Drive Muscatine) this Saturday May 19 from 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. for some Beer Yoga!! For only $20, you will get a beer AND a yoga class! The yoga class will be taught by Lindsay Frazier from Namaste Gardens, and is for anyone at any level. No experience is required! Whether you decide to sip on that beer throughout the yoga class, or wait until the end, there’s no doubt you will have the time of your life! Register at Contrary Brewing or Namaste Gardens (1870 Buckboard Lane Muscatine). For more information,... Read More

Come join local families and friends in support of the 8th Annual Finders Market! Hosted by NAMI Greater Mississippi Valley the 8th Annual Finders Market is happening this Saturday May 19 from 8 a.m. – 2 p.m. at Uptown Motors (310 Cleveland St Muscatine). In recognition of mental health awareness, this event helps individuals and their families dealing with a mental health condition through support and education programs. Come peruse the vendors for that special something, while helping raise money for a great cause! Tie Dye Wishes, LuLaRoe and more will be on-site with goodies and gems! If you... Read More

Spring is here, which means it’s time to start getting those gardens planted! Come get your hands dirty with Sunnybrook Assisted Living (3515 Diana Queens Dr Muscatine) at their Green Thumb Gardening Party this Saturday May 19 from 1-3 p.m. Help welcome spring and beautify the Courtyard! The Sunnybrook Gardening Club has been working closely with the Muscatine County Conservation Board to grow plants for their Vegetable and Butterfly Gardens. It is now finally time to get those plants in the ground! Even if you don’t plan to use your green thumb, come along and enjoy time with friends, treats... Read More